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(Dianella prunina)
Blueberry Flax Lily (Dianella prunina)
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Photo by: Tim | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Tim | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2020-04-14T15:59:40-07:00 |
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Summary
Dianella prunina, commonly known as Blueberry Flax Lily, is an evergreen perennial herb native to open woodlands and dry sclerophyll forests in New South Wales, Australia. It typically grows to a height and width of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters), forming clumps of strappy, green foliage. The plant is notable for its small, star-shaped blue and purple flowers that appear in spring, followed by attractive blue berries. The flowers are moderately showy and attract pollinators, while the berries can provide a food source for birds.
Blueberry Flax Lily is valued for its drought tolerance and low maintenance requirements, making it an excellent choice for water-wise gardens. It is often used in mass plantings for ground cover, in borders, or as an accent plant in urban and coastal landscapes. It thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soils. While it tolerates low water conditions, occasional watering during prolonged dry periods can keep it looking its best. This plant is generally pest and disease-free but can be affected by snails and slugs. It is not known for aggressive roots or significant disease problems.CC BY-SA 4.0
Blueberry Flax Lily is valued for its drought tolerance and low maintenance requirements, making it an excellent choice for water-wise gardens. It is often used in mass plantings for ground cover, in borders, or as an accent plant in urban and coastal landscapes. It thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soils. While it tolerates low water conditions, occasional watering during prolonged dry periods can keep it looking its best. This plant is generally pest and disease-free but can be affected by snails and slugs. It is not known for aggressive roots or significant disease problems.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1-2 feet
- Width: 1-2 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Blue, Purple
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Street Planting
Natural Habitat
Open woodlands and dry sclerophyll forests in New South Wales, Australia
Other Names
Common Names: Native Flax, Utopia, Tasman Flax Lily
Scientific Names: , Dianella prunina,
GBIF Accepted Name: Dianella prunina R.J.F.Hend.